Keyboards Set-up
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- XK-4 Stick
- XK-16 Stick
- XK-8 Stick
- XK-24 USB Keypad
- XK-80 USB Keyboard
- XK-60 USB Keyboard
- XK-12 Jog & Shuttle
- XK-24 Black & White USB Keypad
- XK-12 Joystick
- XK-68 Jog & Shuttle
- XK-12 Mini Replay Controller
- XK-12 Joystick for Xbox Adaptive Controller
- XK-24 RS-232 Keypad
- XK-68 Joystick
- XKE-128 USB Keyboard
- XKE-40 Upper Tier Keys
- XKE-40 Rack Mount
- XKE-40
- XKE-124 T-Bar
- XKE-64 Jog T-bar Replay Controller
- XKE-128 Video Switcher
- XKE-128 Wirecast Control Surface by X-keys
- XKE-124 T-bar Video Switcher
- XKE-40 RS232 Rack Mount
- XKE-64 Jog T-bar
- XBE-24 Keypad
- XBE 110 T-bar Production Controller with Central Control XM
- XBE-12 Jog & Shuttle
- XBE-18 Keypad
- XBE-14 T-bar
- XBE-96 Keyboard
- Control Room Keyboard
- XBE-12 Trackball
- XBE-12 Handwheel
- XBE-24 BEAR Trading Keypad
Getting Started:
How will you be using your X-keys?
X-keys can be as simple or as powerful as you need them to be. They’re designed to support different levels of control, from quick everyday use to deeper software and application integration. Below are the different ways you can use X-keys, so you can choose the level of control that fits how you work.
(Standard Consumer) Simple, Flexible Programming
Use our free MacroWorks software to program X-keys with ease. Assign keyboard shortcuts/hotkeys, mouse clicks, and macros with no coding required, and get up and running quickly—whether you’re customizing a few keys or building a complete workflow.
(APPLICATION SPECIFIC) Use with compatible Software
Many applications have built-in support for X-keys, allowing you to program and customize controls directly within the software—no additional drivers or programming software required. Developers regularly integrate X-keys using our free SDKs, which means support exists across a wide range of applications. Popular examples include vMix, Central Control, and FluidPrompter.
(Programmers) Code into your own application or software
For advanced users and integrators, X-keys SDKs allow you to read raw HID data and build X-keys support directly into your own software. This provides full control over how the device behaves, enabling custom programming tailored to your application.
Custom Labeling Your X-keys
All of our standard X-keys will come with a pre-printed sheet of common letters, numbers and other symbols to get you started with labeling your keys quickly. You can also add your own custom paper legends, using the included blank legend sheet or printing and cutting out your own.
Swapping out keys
To use the X-keys Key Puller, ensure that the notches are underneath the bottom edges of the key, pinch the Key Puller and pull upward.
You can also use a flat tool (such as a flat-head screw driver) and insert underneath the key you want to remove. Gently pry up the key.
You can now add differnent color and size keys. Check out all the key variations and personalize you keyboard!
Sometimes the Key Plungers can get pulled up with the key, thats OK! Simply use a pair of needle nose pliers and pull them apart. Reinsert the key plunger on the keyboard.
Adding Blockers
To add Blockers to your keyboard, you will need to remove the Key and the Key Plunger. Adding a Key Blocker on top of a Key Plunger will be at risk of popping off of the keyboard and could fire continuous macros if the key has any programming. It is best to remove the Key Plunger and set aside so if you ever need to swap a Key Blocker for a key again, just reinsert the plunger.
To remove the Key Plunger, use needle nose pliers and grab the middle of the stem and pull directly up.
Jog & Shuttle Set-up
Getting Started:
How will you be using your X-keys?
X-keys can be as simple or as powerful as you need them to be. They’re designed to support different levels of control, from quick everyday use to deeper software and application integration. Below are the different ways you can use X-keys, so you can choose the level of control that fits how you work.
(Standard Consumer) Simple, Flexible Programming
Use our free MacroWorks software to program the Jog & Shuttle with ease. Assign macros with no coding required, and get it up and running quickly.
(APPLICATION SPECIFIC) Use with compatible Software
Many applications have built-in support for X-keys, allowing you to program and customize controls directly within the software—no additional drivers or programming software required. Developers regularly integrate X-keys using our free SDKs, which means support exists across a wide range of applications. Popular examples include vMix, Central Control, and FluidPrompter.
(Programmers) Code into your own application or software
For advanced users and integrators, X-keys SDKs allow you to read raw HID data and build X-keys support directly into your own software. This provides full control over how the device behaves, enabling custom programming tailored to your application.
A look at how the Jog & Shuttle Control works
The Jog & Shuttle control can be programmed with any of our free X-keys Programming software options, just like the X-keys buttons, add macros to the different directional rotation points (see diagram below)
T-bar Set-up
Getting Started:
How will you be using your X-keys?
X-keys can be as simple or as powerful as you need them to be. They’re designed to support different levels of control, from quick everyday use to deeper software and application integration. Below are the different ways you can use X-keys, so you can choose the level of control that fits how you work.
(APPLICATION SPECIFIC) Use with compatible Software
Many applications have built-in support for X-keys, allowing you to program and customize controls directly within the software—no additional drivers or programming software required. Developers regularly integrate X-keys using our free SDKs, which means support exists across a wide range of applications. Popular examples include vMix and Central Control.
(Programmers) Code into your own application or software
For advanced users and integrators, X-keys SDKs allow you to read raw HID data and build X-keys support directly into your own software. This provides full control over how the device behaves, enabling custom programming tailored to your application.
A look at how the T-bar Control works
A purely analog linear control with 0–256 resolution, designed for applications that natively support T-bar input or for custom software integrations.
Joystick Set-up
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Getting Started:
How will you be using your X-keys?
X-keys can be as simple or as powerful as you need them to be. They’re designed to support different levels of control, from quick everyday use to deeper software and application integration. Below are the different ways you can use X-keys, so you can choose the level of control that fits how you work.
(Standard Consumer) Joystick
When plugging into a computer this control will default to be seen as a Joystick. It will be ready to go right out of the box with no programming needed. You cannot change the functionality of the Joystick through MacroWorks.
(APPLICATION SPECIFIC) Use with compatible Software
Many applications have built-in support for X-keys, allowing you to program and customize controls directly within the software—no additional drivers or programming software required. Developers regularly integrate X-keys using our free SDKs, which means support exists across a wide range of applications. Popular examples include vMix, Central Control, and FluidPrompter.
(Programmers) Code into your own application or software
For advanced users and integrators, X-keys SDKs allow you to read raw HID data and build X-keys support directly into your own software. This provides full control over how the device behaves, enabling custom programming tailored to your application.
A look at how the Joystick Control works
Functions as a standard joystick by default, providing analog X, Y, and Z input.
X-keys Trackball Set-up
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Getting Started:
How will you be using your X-keys?
X-keys can be as simple or as powerful as you need them to be. They’re designed to support different levels of control, from quick everyday use to deeper software and application integration. Below are the different ways you can use X-keys, so you can choose the level of control that fits how you work.
(Standard Consumer) Trackball
When plugging into a computer this control will default to be seen as a Trackball. It will be ready to go right out of the box with no programming needed. You cannot change the functionality of the Trackball through MacroWorks.
(APPLICATION SPECIFIC) Use with compatible Software
Many applications have built-in support for X-keys, allowing you to program and customize controls directly within the software—no additional drivers or programming software required. Developers regularly integrate X-keys using our free SDKs, which means support exists across a wide range of applications. Popular examples include vMix and Central Control.
(Programmers) Code into your own application or software
For advanced users and integrators, X-keys SDKs allow you to read raw HID data and build X-keys support directly into your own software. This provides full control over how the device behaves, enabling custom programming tailored to your application.
A look at how the Trackball Control works
Works immediately as a standard trackball, with adjustable sensitivity and orientation. For advanced use, it can also be integrated into applications or custom software as a raw analog input.
Handwheel Set-up
THIS QUICK START APPLIES TO
Getting Started:
How will you be using your X-keys?
X-keys can be as simple or as powerful as you need them to be. They’re designed to support different levels of control, from quick everyday use to deeper software and application integration. Below are the different ways you can use X-keys, so you can choose the level of control that fits how you work.
(Standard Consumer) Simple, Flexible Programming
Use our free MacroWorks software to program the Handwheel with ease. Assign macros with no coding required, and get up and running quickly.
(APPLICATION SPECIFIC) Use with compatible Software
Many applications have built-in support for X-keys, allowing you to program and customize controls directly within the software—no additional drivers or programming software required. Developers regularly integrate X-keys using our free SDKs, which means support exists across a wide range of applications. Popular examples include vMix and Central Control.
(Programmers) Code into your own application or software
For advanced users and integrators, X-keys SDKs allow you to read raw HID data and build X-keys support directly into your own software. This provides full control over how the device behaves, enabling custom programming tailored to your application.
A look at how the Handwheel Control works
A precision rotary control similar to a jog wheel, designed for smooth,
incremental adjustment.
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